US Bridges

I 95 SR 9 over Lateral Canal 30

Good

Palm Beach County, Florida · 2 Miles N of Atlantic Ave · Structure no. 930455

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
114 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
210,324
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 95 SR 9 over Lateral Canal 30 is a prestressed concrete slab carrying I 95 SR 9 over Lateral Canal 30 in Palm Beach County, Florida. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Florida average of 41.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 210,324 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 364,912 by 2042. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 207 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesI 95 SR 9
CrossesLateral Canal 30
Location2 Miles N of Atlantic Ave
RouteInterstate 95
CountyPalm Beach County
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.48361, -80.08464
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating41.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width207 ft (63.1 m)
Roadway width202 ft (61.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic210,324 (2023)
Projected traffic364,912 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 95 SR 9 over Lateral Canal 30 built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 95 SR 9 over Lateral Canal 30 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does I 95 SR 9 over Lateral Canal 30 carry?

About 210,324 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I 95 SR 9 over Lateral Canal 30?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 207 ft wide.

Who owns I 95 SR 9 over Lateral Canal 30?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.